What Is Liposuction?

Liposuction is a treatment to permanently remove areas of unwanted, excess fat on the face or body.  Depending on where you want to reduce fat and how much fat you want removed, liposuction can be accomplished through either a laser procedure or traditional tumescent liposuction surgery.  At Skin Laser & Surgery Specialists, we believe that liposuction isn’t just about removing fat; it’s about creating beautiful shape and a sense of balance in your body.  

Is Liposuction Right For Me?

Despite our best efforts to keep healthy eating and exercise habits, stubborn areas of fat often accumulate in the face and body.  While liposuction is not a treatment for obesity, it can help women and men combat excess fat, sculpt the face, and reshape the body.  Whether you’re trying to gain a better profile by removing small amounts of fat around the chin, or you’re looking for more significant overall body contouring, liposuction can help you slim, shape and tone your trouble spots away.  To find out how liposuction can help you, call to schedule a personal consultation with Dr. Kim.

What Can Liposuction Treat?

Liposuction can treat many different areas, including the face, abdomen, waist, knees, thighs, buttocks and chest.  Depending on the treatment area and amount of fat you wish to remove, fat can be eliminated through either laser liposuction or traditional liposuction surgery.  Typically, lasers provide excellent results when removing a small to moderate amount of fat, while traditional liposuction gives the best results for more significant body contouring.  Dr. Kim will help you decide what approach will work best for your specific needs.

Will The Results Be Long Lasting?

Liposuction permanently removes fat cells from the body.  Since adult bodies do not replace lost fat cells, you will not gain weight in areas that were treated.  If you do gain weight, it will be distributed in untreated areas of your body.  For the best long-term results, patients are advised to maintain healthy eating and exercise routines.

Can Liposuction Be Combined With Other Procedures?

Absolutely.  For example, liposuction may be used in combination with a facelift, breast surgery or tummy tuck to improve contouring.  You and Dr. Kim will thoroughly discuss the best approach for your particular needs.

How Do I Get Started? 

Dr. Kim and the staff of Skin Laser & Surgery Specialists of New York and New Jersey are happy to discuss this procedure with you.  Please feel free to call for a private consultation or schedule an appointment online at one of our offices.